“So, not much time to write our conversation today since I’m leaving.”

—What?

“Yeah, I’m going to Seattle.”

—What?

“Just for a couple of days.”

—What?

“And I won’t be able to feed you.”

—What?

“Plus, you’ll be spending a very long day today outside.”

—What?

“Probably beginning just 10 or 15 minutes from now.”

—What?

“You’ll certainly earn your guard dog keep today.”

—What?

“Okay, well, see you in a couple, have a great weekend.”

—What?

“Bye.”

—What?